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Stop using an ordinary power strip - buy and install a good quality surge protectorElectrical storms, lighting strikes, blackouts and car accidents involving power lines all can cause momentary power surges or voltage spikes. These uncontrolled spikes can adversely affect the smooth flow of power to your computer (i.e. fry the components!)That's why you need to buy and install a good quality surge protector. A good protector should have at least the Underwriter's Lab standard rating of 1449. Look for a label with the words, "transient voltage surge suppressor" and UL 1449.Stop "forgetting" to do at least a weekly backupThe next question I usually ask, is "Do you have any backups?" More hang-dog looks and shaking of the heads, no.You can recover from 90% of ... [more..]

Computer security is important and one shouldn't take it lightly. Every time you go online without taking any security measure, you're increasing the risk of leaking your private information stored in your computer to an outsider. In this article, I will explain four basic computer security tips that you should know.1. New ComputerWhen buying a new computer, it is important for you to turn the firewall on. For example, you're buying a Windows XP operating system computer, what you need to do is turn on the Windows Firewall first before going online. Even though it cannot protect you completely, but it is good enough to protect your PC before you buy a new firewall.2. EmailAttachments in unknown emails are usually a threat. Never open any ... [more..]

Computers have come a long way, but in many respects are still the same as they were years ago. There are a few fundamentals to remember when getting a computer that apply across the price range, whether you're getting a laptop, notebook or desktop computer. These few tips will save you a lot of headaches.Being at the head of the pack is a costly place to be. So, if money and your budget are any concern to you, then don't chase the latest fads. The newest stuff carries a huge price premium when older products have not yet passed their prime. Wait a few months for excitement to die down and see what happens, you might have saved yourself from making a big mistake. Getting ... [more..]

Sneaky programmers have introduced another gimmick that is bound to destroy the defenses of your system: personal antivirus. From the name itself, you can infer that it is some kind of antivirus only that it is not. It poses as a fake antivirus application which promises to help ward off infections from your computer.But it has another hidden agenda: it's out there to slowly destroy your files, steal your information, and transfer this private information to an external host. Before you know it, your bank account has been depleted and you're left with a deficit.Because it looks legitimate enough, this type of deception has managed to lure people into signing up for software registration. And so you enter your credit card information with no clue ... [more..]

#1 - Summer Computer TravelMost computer users have a tendency to turn off their computers when away on trips, which means you're not getting newly-released anti-virus patches or anti-spyware updates; the two most common areas that cause computers problems. We recommend you update anti-virus and anti-spyware scans before opening e-mail or going online after an extended absence.We consistently see an increase in calls for virus related problems immediately following long weekends. Avoid the problems altogether by updating your security software before using your computer. For a free listing of viruses, spyware threats and trends, visit: http://www.VisitingGeeks.com/downloads.htm#2 -- Should You Leave Your Computer Running?One question we hear frequently is, "Should I leave my desktop computer on or turn it off?"There are 2 schools of thought...Turning it ... [more..]

Blue Files and Help For Windows XPComputer maintenance tips: Here is some help for Windows XP. Okay, we all know that sudden changes to a PC?s settings may be a sign that something's wrong: perhaps a virus or spyware program has infected the PC, or your computer needs a PC health check to detect system errors. So I was a bit alarmed the day a bunch of my Windows XP file names suddenly turned blue. A quick (albeit kinda frantic) look around online revealed that no, XP wasn't acting up: blue file names indicate files that haven't been accessed in a while, and were compressed by the Disk Cleanup utility.Cleaning A Computer ScreenWhen cleaning a computer monitor, you should make sure to disconnect it from ... [more..]